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Wow, what can be said about this little gem of a restaurant. This was our first meal in London and it don't disappoint. Service was exceptional, and the food was just as good. Had the ribeye, kale salad and chips followed up by the bread pudding. All wonderful, and the Aperol spritz was just as tasty. Highly recommend!
We came in for the Sunday Roast and it was great! Loved the variety of options and felt satisfied with the experience. However, I would say it's all a bit overhyped as none of the meat offerings were extraordinary. Service and speed are commendable. Reservations pretty straightforward. The 'variety' platter was a great way to try multiple meat options but only the beef stood out for us.
We came here as soon as we arrived in London and ended up coming back three times during our stay--that's how good it was! On our first visit we had the Sunday Roast (the All In) and it was beyond amazing. One tip: let them know how you'd like the meat cooked, otherwise it might be a bit under for most people's taste. The food was delicious, the atmosphere cozy, and it felt like home. The highlight was their white chocolate cheesecake--the best we've ever had. The host was extremely friendly, and even without a reservation we were seated quickly after just a short wait. Great food, wonderful service, and a truly welcoming place. Definitely a must-try in London.
Bring on the meat sweats! My girls and I squeezed in this last min reservation on our last day in London (which was also their Mother's Day) and so happy we did! We went all in with the food (Sunday roast with all the meats and fixings) and everything was delicious, we basically needed a wheelbarrow to take us out of there. We also ordered drinks too and they were strong. It was pretty busy and packed so highly recommend making reservations. There are also other locations but we liked our underground basement vibe. When visiting London, you can't leave without a Sunday Roast experience!
First time I've been in London for Sunday roast and my friend recommended Blacklock! Definitely need to make a reservation, as I saw everyone that tried to do a walk in get rejected. There's a special Sunday roast menu since they know what everyone came for. Opted for the 55 Day Aged Beef Rump. All their roasts come with Yorkshire pudding, duck fat-roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and gravy. You don't get to pick the way it's cooked, but it's essentially medium rare. I mean, this is everything I hoped for in a Sunday roast. The beef rump tasted great! Liked how the vegetables balanced everything out. Yorkshire pudding was fairly pedestrian. But can we talk about those duck fat-roast potatoes??? Super crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. They were great! Service was fine, no complaints from me. Blacklock absolutely delivered on Sunday roast. Exactly what I wanted!
Excellent experience. Was able to walk in for lunch at noon on a Sunday since I didn't have reservations for later in the day. The place was half full when I arrived and near capacity when I left. The two pieces of meat were a little tough to cut through, which isn't a surprise for this price. Everything tasted great though and I'm glad I had a Sunday Roast to fuel my day.
Our family enjoyed the best roast at Blacklock earlier this month. It was our first ever Sunday roast and it didn't disappoint. We reserved a table months in advance for our group of 8 and they even fit us in a little earlier. The service was amazing and the food came out fast. Everything was amazing, including the gravy that I didn't capture. We would recommend in a heartbeat!
It's been a few years between visits. Sunday roast is still a good experience but this time around my roast came pretty much medium as opposed to a medium rare on my last trip in a smaller cut as well. They don't ask how well done you like it and I should probably specify though it was perfect last time. Someday I'll bring someone along so I can try the All In option. Good service. They'll bring the card reader around so you can tap to pay.
Wife and I went to Blacklock in Soho during our vacation in London. Pretty good, straightforward steakhouse. Fillet was cooked perfectly medium rare. Wife was a big fan of the steak and stout pie as well. Drinks tasted great, could've used a bit more booze though haha. Service was solid as well. Would recommend!
I'm actually tempted to give this place 4 stars given the sheer wait time necessary, not only for a table - if you don't have a reservation - but for the time it takes for the food to reach your table. However, to be fair, that just tells you how amazing this place is. Given that it's situated at the heart of Covent Garden, you can expect it to be extra busy for dinner, no matter the season; so reserve ahead if you don't want to have a 2-hour wait for walk-ins. As far as London steakhouses go, this place is on my Top 3. Steaks come a few different ways, from Sirloin to Rump Cap, so pick your favorite. The sides are all tailored to pair perfectly, but my personal favourite is the 10-hour roasted sweet potato. Unlike their slaws, salads, and beef-fat-drip chips, this is the perfect mix between healthiness and indulgence. They also have a burger, sandwich, and even a few vegetarien options, but really... who comes to a steakhouse and orders a salad? Drinks are also plentiful, including an impressive selection of wines to pair with your meat. Prices are also surprisingly affordable for what you're getting, so wait times and noise aside, there really are no minuses to complain about.
One of the other dishes that I wanted to try in London was the Sunday Roast at Blacklock, as it seemed to be something more unique to the UK. I made a reservation for dinner at around 7, but they were able to let me enter around half an hour earlier since I had gotten there before schedule. Here you go down the stairs into the restaurant, but the interior is quite spacious and seemed like it could fit a good amount of people. For my dish I decided to get the 55 Day Aged Beef Rump, which is roasted over English Oak and comes with Yorkshire pudding, duck fat-roast potatoes, and seasonal vegetables. The plate is quite large and pretty filling, so it's definitely more than enough for the average person. The beef rump was very tasty, and paired with the Blacklock gravy it had a lot of flavors to take in. The sides it came with were also amazing, as the potatoes were really crispy while the Yorkshire pudding was made really well. If you want an authentic British chophouse experience, this place is a good option for people to check out!
One oven was down, so about 1/3 of the menu wasn't available. Disappointing. We ordered both pork and beef. Pork is much too fatty. More fat than pork. Beef rump was better in that regard. Don't order the pork. Both dishes were fine, but nothing special. Their gravy did make them better. I hear their gravy is what makes them "great". Well, it did elevate the meat from "I've had better" to "pretty good". Beef was a bit tough, but with gravy it was flavorful. Perhaps if that 1/3 of the menu had been available I would have a different opinion. But the meal we had was nothing special. No better than Outback or Black Angus or any other steak house. Maybe not as good. The portion was large, however. Service was adequate. read more
What a great find! Blacklock was on my list of possible restaurants to seek out while in London and we accidentally stumbled upon it after attending a show and visiting The Sky Garden. The place was packed. It was past 9:00 pm and it was super busy, but we were able to get a table after waiting at the bar. The menu was intriguing to peruse over, lots of meat choices. We ordered the sirloin (about 6 ounces), the beef drippings chips, the bread and gravy, a side order of pork chop and a lamb chop, and a kale and Parmesan salad. It was a delightful meaty meal! Great flavors for everything we ordered. My favorite of all were the beef dripping chips and the lamb chop! I could have had a plate of those two alone and been perfectly in bliss! The kale salad was a great addition as it was flavorful and cheesy. The service from all of the staff was excellent. They all work as a hard-working team and seemed genuinely happy to be looking out for all of the diners. It was a bustling and loud environment, making it difficult to hear one another. But it was okay since it was a fun atmosphere of locals and tourists! Next time we're in London, we'll be back! I want more lamb chops! Special request Blacklock...could you please add the Sunday roast to your everyday menu. We'll sadly miss the opportunity to order it because we won't be there on a Sunday. read more
This is another late review from my EU/UK visit in September. I'll keep it short and sweet - Blacklock was definitely one of the best meals we had on our trip, and it lives up to the hype. The price points are incredibly reasonable, the meats perfectly cooked, and the service here was absolutely phenomenal. They took note that we were celebrating our anniversary and made sure we started off with Prosecco. We went with the All In and got an assortment of canapés, a mountain of grilled mixed meats, and the sides of our choice. We went with the baby gems and beef dripping chips and they were both delicious. You know when you're full but the food tastes so good, you just want more? That was my boyfriend and I after the giant platter... so we ordered another steak to share. Even after that, my boyfriend insisted on trying the white chocolate cheesecake ("when are we going to be back? We might as well eat that too") and I have to say, he made the right choice. It was both airy and decadent and was the perfect end to a wonderful lunch. 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for a great value meat heavy meal. read more
When I was planning my first trip to London, I knew I wanted to try a good Sunday Roast, which lead me to Blacklock! I had originally booked for 2 people, but ended up having 1 other joining us on the trip. I contacted Blacklock upon notice of the new number of guest, and they kindly helped me modify my reservation without losing my time slot! Speaking of reservations, I would say they are a must - many seemed to be turned away while we were dining. We did the All In for 3, which gave us a little bit of all the meats to try and plenty of veggies, potatoes, and Yorkshire pudding (plus unlimited gravy)! It also came with 3 sauces, and the Apple ketchup was my favorite! The meats were perfectly cooked, very tender, and super flavorful! The potatoes had a perfect crisp. The veggies were also tender without being too soft! It was a fantastic meal! We all also had drinks, including some mocktails, and everyone enjoyed those as well! The vibes inside were welcoming, with cute touches like a selfie mirror near the bathroom, and an industrial look. The space is cozy in size, but never felt too crowded. Service was also phenomenal! I highly recommend checking them out! read more
4 years ago
It was a great experience, I went with my girlfriend for a social occasion and they started us off with a glass of prosecco. Our server gave us some suggestions from the menu. We decided to get the all in option, compromised with a mix of juicy meats. (lamb, beef, and pork) we would highly recommend getting this. You get to have a variety of their fine meats. It was our last day here and I wanted to have one of those big chops. Went with the smallest bone in sirloin (450g) and to finish it off I had thier white chocolate cheese cake. The cheese cake was very light and creamy, was not too sweet. I was afraid I would be able to finish it after eating so much meat, but after finishing the cheese cake I regret not asking for more. 10/10 would come again. They also had thier own coffee espresso and summer negroni and it was delicious! read more
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3 years ago
Was skeptical at first with it being a chain, but damn that meat was divine. Went on Butcher Special Monday. Got a rump of lamb, sweet potatoes and bread soaked in gravy. Quite surprised with the slew of Chinese tourists at 2pm on a Monday, but the restaurant was accommodating and very good at keeping everyone served. The lamb was perfectly cooked and the fat just the perfect level of crispy. Yes to doing this place again. Service and staff was great. Waited on by a woman from Argentina and she was soooooo great! I think was the owner's wife? Great folks. read more
Thursday, February 1st, 2024 reservation for 3pm 12:00pm $194.84 I found this venue from the States and while in Amsterdam 3 different Brits said it was a must do so I made a reservation for noon lunch upon arrival to London, England. The venue had a cool vibe, the service provided by Ida was top notch, there were brilliant Brazilians grilling all the meat choices from our entree the All In One (customized for 3 instead of 2) with 3 sides plus drinks handcrafted by a gifted man from Spain and the dessert from the war with a scoop of ice cream was spoon licking bowl scrapping good. We had a lovely experience and everything was flawless from start to finish. Bravo to the chef, staff and management as you exceed your reputation. read more
Went for Dinner Food - 4/5. The pre-chop bites were an absolute delight providing different flavors and textures. The potted meats & kimchi were my favorite as the strong meat flavor paired well with the equally strong funk of the kimchi. From the all in, the lamb chops were fantastic. It was a perfect medium rare, tender, had no gamey flavor and the fat was rendered well. The thickness was just right to give you a satisfying bite. Pork was similar to the lamb in having all the excellent qualities, although falling a bit short in comparison. Fries were very rich with beef flavor and while it was delicious at first, the flavor quickly overwhelmed the palate. Luckily the slaw helped act as a palate cleanser with its refreshing crunch and sour flavor. Gravy had a lot of depth and the rich flavor elevated the meat. The beef, which I imagined would be the star of the show, was disappointing. It was a smaller piece than the other meats but seemed to have been cooked the same amount, resulting in a medium well that was tough. It must have had very little marbling as the beef flavor was entirely lacking. Even with the gravy, it was a chore to eat due to how flavorless and tough it was. The flatbread was very hard and dense, barely soaking up any of the meat juices. Service - 4/5. Friendly and courteous. Value - 4/5. Their portion sizes are very generous, with the all in being served with a heaping pile of meat, sides, and pre-chop bites for £27 per person. The sauce was extra, at a reasonable £3 for the gravy. Most items were excellent, except for the beef. The website really sold the idea of quality Cornish beef that made me decide on Blacklock so despite everything else being amazing, I could not get over the fact that the beef was lackluster. The timing didn't work out for us, but it seems like visiting on Monday for butcher price big chops or Sunday for the roast are better options. I would recommend the all in if you want to taste a bit of everything, but a steak or big chop if you're here for the beef. Parking - N/A read more
Make a reservation on Sundays! I made a reservation well in advance of a recent trip to London and it surpassed all my expectations, the food and the service was all on point. Even though this post was a little further away from my hotel, having read and watched several reviews of their Sunday Roast, I knew I had to give it a try. The Sunday Roast was just an amazing plate of meats; beef, pork, and lamb. The combination of 55 Day Aged Beef Rump, 28 Day Aged Lamb Leg and 21 Day Aged Pork Loin was roasted over open coals and English oak the traditional way was amazing! Each bite was incredibly tender and delicious, with the Blacklock gravy and accompaniments. Do yourself a favor and do not make yourself choose just one meat, go for the all-in and get all three because I honestly could not tell you which one to choose if you are to choose only one. I read some reviews stating that they could do without the pork loin but I'll say that was the most impressive part of the plate. I've never had a piece of pork that was so incredibly melty tender that I mistook it for the lamb initially! The beef could not be mistaken for anything else it was so beefy. I'll never turn down a bite of this lamb ever! Make sure you are nimble with your dinner companions as everyone will want seconds from this plate. Along with the meat, each plate is also adorned with a giant Yorkshire pudding, duck fat-roasted potatoes and much seasonal vegetables. A combination of sauces specifically for the pork and lamb and rich thick Blacklock gravy is provided on side as well that is so sticky delicious, if you accidentally knock over some on the table (like my clumsy self did) will require an army of servers to help clean up. You'll definitely want to ask for more! Once you place your order, you'll have to temper your excitement as you start to see some of the gorgeous plates being served around you. Be patient! Make sure your utensils are in order, get a drink and relax, it won't be long before your plate arrives! read more
10 months ago
Standard steakhouse. Everything is seasoned well. Personally, my fav was the porterhouse and the price is worth it. The meat is very tender and cooked well. A lot of other tables did all-in for each person and although it was good, not as good as the porterhouse imo. Splurge on the good stuff! Like the bone marrow garlic sauce as well! read more
2 years ago
This was our first Sunday roast experience and it could not have been a better one. The food came out quick and it was amazing. The Yorkshire pudding was excellent, especially in the gravy, along with the meat and vegetables. It's a nice place, dim lighting and a traditional pub atmosphere filled with diners, even at 7/8. Our server was attentive and quick with refills. Loved it here. read more
3 years ago
This place is AWESOME!!! We found it through Yelp and the ambiance was wonderful -- and the food was even better! We all had the ribeye steak and it melted in our mouth. Our sides were also fantastic! We also had their Blackrock Yellowbelly Sarah -- oh my God, it was AWESOME!!! HIGHLY recommend!! read more
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4 years ago
Yes!!! Was a lovely dinning experience! Saw the recommendation on the internet and it was really difficult to get a table in rush hours. But the staff are nice and helping. They took out numbers and texted us when empty table is available. Truly thrilled about the amount of meat and it was sooo yummy and filling! Really enjoyed the food and dinning experience here! read more
Visited London and told the wife that we had to go get a good Sunday roast. Heard about this place on food videos and decided to come check this place out for Sunday roast! Excellent food, great service, and just a really fantastic experience. We made reservations for right when they opened and got seated with no issues, but it filled up fast with no seats open when we left. Service: Our waitress was awesome!! Passed my water test with no issues. Since it was our first time, they gave us a complimentary cauliflower side and even the white chocolate cheesecake which was totally unexpected and so nice of them. Everyone was just so friendly which was awesome! Food: Freaking amazing!! + Sunday roast trio: Comes with succulent beef, lamb and pork along with a fluffy Yorkshire pudding, crispy potatoes, juicy carrots and broccolini. At first I thought I'd only want the best, but everything was so tasty that I ate it all! For sauces there's the wonderful gravy along with mint, apple, and horseradish sauces. Their flavors really helped balance the meat sweats. :) Everything was fantastic and blew my expectations out of the water. + Cheesy cauliflower: Good and cheesy + White chocolate cheesecake: We were already full but decided that this sounded too good (always room in the dessert stomach anyways right?). Thank goodness we went for it. Sooo fluffy and yummy! Very light and not overly sweet. Perfect after the heavy roast. The fruit on the side balanced it well with the tartness. I absolutely loved everything here. If we are ever back in the area, we will definitely come back!! read more
3 years ago
Service is only 2nd to the meal! Quality and quantity vs an authentic British "meat" meal. All aspects were exceptional! read more
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7 years ago
Food: 10/10 Service:10/10 Wait time: we made a reservation My husband and I came for Sunday roast! We really enjoyed our meal here it was one of our favorites! We are from the USA and thought this tradition was awesome! We got all three meats: lamb, pork, and beef which came with crispy pork skins, this yummy bread that you are supposed to dip in the gravy. We didnt know until the end but when we did it was a game changer! We also had the cheese cake which is nothing like we have ever had! Its like a mix in a bowl, less cheesy flavor but sooo delicious! I gave service a 10 because I actually made our reservation on monday but swear I did it on sunday for roast day. They were super nice about it and told us to come back in 30 min to see if we are open for spaces! Which they were and they were super nice about it! read more
7 years ago
My first Sunday roast was here at Blacklock and I want more!!! Our party of 2 ordered the "all-in" which is a combination of beef, pork, and lamb. You must have at least 2 people to order this. Pretty much everyone in the restaurant also ordered this! It was so delicious! My favorite was the lamb. There are also pieces of fried, crispy pieces of skin. The grilled cabbage was AMAZING. There was so much flavor and the grilled edges were a great touch. The Yorkshire pudding was great but the potatoes were just ok. The I recommend having your Sunday roast with a beer as well! The service is great. They're super friendly and make you feel right at home. Dreaming about this meal back home in the States.. read more
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Intimate ambiance, attentive service, and a delicious burger. What else could you need? Perfect stop for a bite or drink in the heart of Soho. read more
3 years ago
Oh my gaaa.... Normally as a veggie I wouldn't go to a meat heavy roast style restaurant let alone suggest it ot others BUT holy shit this place is good. They go out of their way to include vegetarians without trying to emulate the carnivore experience. They are masterful in crafting a roast of celery root roast with all the trimmings including a veggie gravy. I cannot express enough how well it's done. Veggie or meat lover you're gonna have a great time. Our waitress Ida went above and beyond to make sure we had an incredible experience including a candle lit birthday song. Lastly, SAVE ROOM FOR THE CHEESE CAKE! read more
4 years ago
I was glad to have listened to a friends recommendation and have Sunday roast here. The services was excellent and food sublime. Visiting Blacklock made my London holiday so much better. I recommend you make a reservation for this great restaurant. read more
4 years ago
The chicken horseradish bites were very delicious as well as everything else including the house wine, steaks, and sides. We came on an extremely busy night without a reservation and we got a table at the bar where the service was excellent. read more
4 years ago
The roast is one of the best I have ever had! You have to try it out, the waiting list is months in advance for a reason! read more
7 years ago
I waited months to get this Sunday booking. We had the pig's head as starter... It was ok.a bit salty. We also had the squid with bone marrow which seemed burnt and tasted slightly bitter... Both dishes were disappointing to be fair. The main dishes took forever to arrive. Longer than others and we're not sure why. It arrived after we chased it. We had one lamb roast and two mixed roasts (2 people minimum). The pork was super tender and juicy, however, only half of the meat was edible as the other half was fat. The crackling was crispy so that was good. The beef was nice. The lamb we had was extremely chewy and impossible to cut with the knife provided. However, the waitress did come over to ask how it was going hence I informed her. She therefore went to speak to the kitchen then gave us two pieces of replacement lamb. These two pieces were very tender and delicious. Everything seemed medium rare as we were never asked how we wanted our meat cooked, therefore, do let them know if you have a preference. Yorkshire puddings were Instagram worthy as they humongous, however we hardly touched it as it was just too big. Each Sunday roast came with carrots, potatoes, broccoli (which was chewy and hard on the end as they hadn't cut off the dryer, older ends...) And sauces for the meats. Mint, Apple and horse radish. Overall, we would go back but will not be ordering starters and shall be speaking up if we don't receive a decent cut of meat. Staff were lovely but it was quite hard to get their attention when you needed it. read more
3 years ago
7 years ago
This place is amazing! I love how the waiter tells you what temperature you should have each steak and what sides pair with them so lovely. I visited this place with my London Counterparts and enjoyed! Check them out! I love how the steak is served on toasted crunchy break and the juices seep into the bread. Drooling right now! Haha read more
3 years ago
Love the 80s music. Best steak I've had in a long time. The house wine was fabulous and the service was great! read more
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